Quality Inspector

Quality Inspector at Vanderlande

Are you looking for a job in which you can measure and inspect parts for all the Vanderlande Material Handling systems? Do you see a challenge in defining inspections and measurement methods based on the Vanderlande documentation and the global standards (GD&T, ISO-norms)? Do you want to play an important role in advising the Quality Engineers about product release risks and current or potential issues based on your observations?

Read on and you should apply for this position of (Senior) Quality Inspector!

What will you be doing?

As a Quality Inspector, you will plan the measurement and inspections on all Vanderlande products and assemblies. The goal of the measurement and inspections can differ from being part of a product release at a supplier, a root cause investigation, or a risk-based incoming inspection. Based on the results, you will advise the Quality Assurance engineers in the department and be a sparring partner for them on which next steps to take.

As a measurement and Inspection team member, you are also continuously working on improving the department and being the expertise centre for measurement and inspections for Vanderlande to keep the Quality Standard high and up-to-date.

The function requires drive and initiative. Key is a pro-active attitude focused on assuring the quality of Vanderlande’s products and learning from previous mistakes, Every Day Better! 😊

Responsibilities

• You plan, execute, and report measurements and inspections.
• You monitor measurements and inspections.
• You advise the QA Engineers on the release of Vanderlande products at suppliers.
• You advise the QA Engineers on root cause analyses for quality issues.
• You are proactive in continuous improvement.
• You act as an ambassador for QA and can give presentations to stakeholders.
• You work and participate as part of a team of QA professionals and coordinate with Vanderlande’s Global Quality community on processes, practices, and improvements.
• You work according to procedures/standards as agreed within Vanderlande’s Global Quality community and act as a role model for fellow QA Engineers and Inspectors.

What do we ask from you?

• Experience with Mechanical Metrology.
• Experience with Geometric Tolerances and Dimensioning.
• Experience with the production of mechanical parts.
• Basic knowledge of statistics (such as Histogram, Process Capability, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills, good command of English both spoken and written is a must.

You should apply when

• You are a team player and a strong communicator with the ability to apply various communication styles and influencing techniques.
• You are a self-starter, able to work according to the plan.
• You are analytical, able to link the outcomes of measurements and inspections to potential business risks and opportunities.
• You are a quality ambassador who can represent QA Vanderlande at our suppliers.

About the team

The Quality Assurance team consists of quality assurance engineers and quality assurance inspectors/metrologists. The department acts as a gatekeeper and advisor for assuring and maintaining the Vanderlande Quality Standard for parts and products. This is achieved by closely cooperating with Supply Chain, R&D, and Project Execution stakeholders.

The key activities are divided into four different focus areas: Release the Product, Manage the Supplier, Solve the Incident, and Measure & Inspect. In this way, we can manage all Supplier Quality Assurance activities in a structured way and create focus to assure high quality and sustainable equipment and services through reliable supplier relationships.

What we offer

In the challenging and responsible position of (Senior) Quality Inspector, you will have the chance to make a significant contribution to industry-leading projects and be connected to our dedicated people and customers. We offer a position in an informal, international, and professional working environment with a lot of scope for personal development. By joining our profitable and growing company, you will be able to reach your goals and focus on your future.

This position offers a competitive salary range of €3.600,- to €4.600,- gross per month (excluding 8% holiday allowance). Through exceeding performance expectations, you even have the possibility to grow outside this scale.

On top of your fixed salary, you’ll receive the following secondary benefits:

• 40 vacation days (20 statutory days and a flexible budget worth 20 days).
• Flexible working hours.
• A hybrid workplace (40% working from home and 60% in the office).
• A Health & Wellbeing budget worth €300,- per calendar year.
• Commuting allowance, including full reimbursement of travel by public transport.
• Working from home allowance.
• Collective pension scheme and discount on additional health insurance.
• On-site company health centres with a gym, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists.
• Vanderlande Academy and training facilities to boost your skills.
• A variety in Vanderlande Network communities and initiatives.
• And a great company restaurant and coffee bar with barista.

Diversity & Inclusion

Vanderlande is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, or disability status.